How to Say "interpreting" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “interpreting” is “interpretación” — use 'interpretación' when referring to the specific act of oral translation between languages, especially in professional contexts like conferences or legal settings..
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interpretación
nounC1formal
Use 'interpretación' when referring to the specific act of oral translation between languages, especially in professional contexts like conferences or legal settings.
Examples
Ofrecemos servicios de interpretación simultánea.
We offer simultaneous interpreting services.
traducción
nounA1general
Use 'traducción' when referring to the general process or art of oral translation, especially in more informal or literary contexts, or when discussing translation as a skill.
Examples
La traducción de poesía es un arte difícil.
The translation of poetry is a difficult art.
Interpretation vs. Translation
Learners often confuse 'interpretación' and 'traducción'. Remember that 'interpretación' is specifically for the *act* of oral translation, often in professional settings, while 'traducción' is a broader term that can encompass oral translation as a process or art.
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